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Pilates for Weight Loss
by Lynne RobinsonA 2006 study stated that 'Fat loss comes from burning sufficient number of calories. While cardio exercise tends to be an efficient calorie burner, Pilates appears to possess the potential to burn enough calories if done regularly, over the long haul and properly.' (Medicine and Science). Pilates for Weight Loss is a pioneering regime that will put you back in control of your weight. Pilates will change your shape and help you to achieve a long, lean silhouette, while also controlling your weight. This is the first book to create a programme to emphasise these benefits. Burn calories, flatten your stomach and gain a more defined waist. This title helps improve your posture; learn better breathing techniques; gain greater flexibility and core stability; and control stress and boost energy levels.
Pilates for Weight Loss
by Lynne RobinsonA 2006 study stated that 'Fat loss comes from burning sufficient number of calories. While cardio exercise tends to be an efficient calorie burner, Pilates appears to possess the potential to burn enough calories if done regularly, over the long haul and properly.' (Medicine and Science). Pilates for Weight Loss is a pioneering regime that will put you back in control of your weight. Pilates will change your shape and help you to achieve a long, lean silhouette, while also controlling your weight. This is the first book to create a programme to emphasise these benefits. Burn calories, flatten your stomach and gain a more defined waist. This title helps improve your posture; learn better breathing techniques; gain greater flexibility and core stability; and control stress and boost energy levels.
Pilates Fusion
by Nicole Kaufman Shirley ArcherA healthy body, clear mind, and soaring spirit are now within reach in Pilates Fusion--a holistic approach to one of the most beneficial fitness practices today. Melding the best of Pilates with Eastern philosophy, Pilates Fusion features over 50 fully illustrated stretching, breathing, and mat-based exercises matched with meditative visualizations to awaken the spirit while strengthening the body. Pilates instructor Shirley Sugimura Archer provides tips on setting up a practice space, pointers on correct execution, and enlightening counsel on the mind-body-spirit connection. Offering simple exercises for those just starting out along with more advanced forms, plus sequences tailored to meet specific needs, Pilates Fusion makes it easy to become fit and feel fantastic--inside and out.
Pilates on the Ball: The World's Most Popular Workout Using the Exercise Ball
by Colleen CraigA unique and exciting synthesis of two highly acclaimed fitness techniques: Pilates Method and the Swiss exercise ball.• Non-impact Pilates exercises on the ball can be adapted for all levels of ability, from fitness trainers and weekend athletes to those healing from injury or chronic back pain. • Shows how to practice Pilates techniques without expensive equipment.• Profusely illustrated with black-and-white photographs for maximal learning.The Pilates Method of body conditioning is a highly effective workout technique that strengthens the body while engaging the mind. Developed in the early twentieth century by accomplished boxer and gymnast Joseph Pilates, the Pilates Method aligns the body; builds long, lean muscles; and develops core abdominal strength. Many lifestyle and fitness magazines have named Pilates the hottest workout of the decade. In a first-of-its-kind fusion, Pilates on the Ball merges the principles and exercises of the highly effective Pilates Method of body conditioning with the unique functions of the exercise ball, used by Olympic coaches, dancers, and athletes to fine-tune body awareness and enhance physical performance. The ball magnifies the benefits of the carefully developed and refined Pilates Method. Because maintaining balance on the ball recruits the deep, stabilizing muscles of the spine, the postural muscles are strengthened. The ball intensifies athletic performance by increasing resistance and heightening awareness of how the body moves in space. Chapters detail the Pilates principles step by step, with successive movements to challenge all levels of ability and "watch points" for careful evaluation of your form. Intense enough to engage seasoned athletes yet accessible enough to use as an everyday exercise routine or to alleviate chronic pain, Pilates on the Ball builds strong bodies and engaged minds.
Pilates on the Go
by Margot CampbellAt her Pilates on the go studio in London, Margot Campbell has designed a unique programme to help her clients to achieve their body shape and weight-loss goals.Combining the transformative techniques of Pilates, with aerobic exercise and diet advice, Margot has now adapted the programme so that everyone can follow it.No matter how busy you are, Pilates on the Go will help you achieve the results you've always wanted. The book includes: - Pilates on the go personal questionnaire - 14-day kick start plan to sculpt your body - 10-minute programmes to target arms, tummies and bottoms - 5-minute quickies for when you're really short of time - Pilates on the go toning tips for when you're out and about - Lifestyle, motivation and eating advice
Pilates on the Go
by Margot CampbellAt her Pilates on the go studio in London, Margot Campbell has designed a unique programme to help her clients to achieve their body shape and weight-loss goals.Combining the transformative techniques of Pilates, with aerobic exercise and diet advice, Margot has now adapted the programme so that everyone can follow it.No matter how busy you are, Pilates on the Go will help you achieve the results you've always wanted. The book includes: - Pilates on the go personal questionnaire - 14-day kick start plan to sculpt your body - 10-minute programmes to target arms, tummies and bottoms - 5-minute quickies for when you're really short of time - Pilates on the go toning tips for when you're out and about - Lifestyle, motivation and eating advice
The Pilates® Powerhouse: The Total Body Sculpting System For Losing Weight And Reshaping Your Body from Head to Toe
by Mari Winsor Mark LaskaAn exercise routine embraced by professional dancers for over fifty years, Pilates is now the hottest and most talked about fitness trend since the running shoe. The perfect blend of Yoga and Nautilus, Pilates concentrates on building strength and flexibility, improving coordination, balance, and posture, and increasing stamina. All Pilates movements are initiated by muscles in the abdominal area (known as the powerhouse) and are designed to work the smaller muscles that support larger ones, while stretching and lengthening the entire muscular package. A low-impact yet highly intense workout, Pilates is ideal for everyone, young or old, those who are extremely fit or out of shape, as well as those who have chronic pain, injuries, or asthma. Illustrated with over 100 black-and-white photographs, The Pilates Powerhouse brings this time-efficient and highly effective means to get and stay in shape into the home, without the need for expensive classes and elaborate equipment. Using only a mat, a stick and, for advanced Pilates, a ball, readers will feel personally trained by Mari Winsor's innovative routines and spirited instruction, reaping the dramatic and lasting results of Pilates in less than an hour a day.
La Píldora De La Inmortalidad - Disponible Ahora
by Mariana Barrancos Richard Stooker¿Qué nos hace envejecer? Al principio, suena como una pregunta tonta. El envejecimiento es un aspecto tan intrínseco de la condición humana que tendemos a darlo por sentado. . . Simplemente. . . sucede. Pero, vivimos en un mundo de causa y efecto. El envejecimiento es un efecto... entonces, ¿cuál sería la causa? El modo más común de pensar en esto es desde la perspectiva de que nuestros cuerpos son objetos físicos y, eventualmente, todo lo que es físico se desgasta o se rompe, como ocurre con nuestros automóviles, nuestras casas e incluso, con nuestras computadoras. Es lo que se conoce como la teoría del "uso y desgaste" del envejecimiento. Pero nuestros cuerpos son diferentes porque estamos vivos y - en condiciones de salud óptimas - nuestros cuerpos se regeneran solos, siempre que esto sea posible. Los cortes cicatrizan, los huesos rotos se sueldan y así, ocurre con todas las cosas. De hecho, cada día, millones de nuestras células mueren al realizar sus funciones. Y, simplemente, son reemplazadas por otras células nuevas. Nuestros cuerpos pueden, incluso, continuar funcionando continuamente, obviando el tejido dañado, incluyendo el tejido cerebral. No obstante, en cierto punto, nuestros cuerpos se vuelven menos capaces de repararse y regenerarse. Alrededor de los 40 años de edad, dejamos de reparar y procesar por completo, todas las proteínas de nuestras células muertas o dañadas. Al igual que una ciudad en decadencia, cuando se queda sin ingresos fiscales, los servicios como la reparación de las calles y la recolección de basura van quedando cada vez más postergados. En los últimos cien a ciento cincuenta años, el promedio de vida aproximado de la gente - especialmente en el mundo desarrollado - ha incrementado dramáticamente. Principalmente, el crédito de esto se lo llevan un sistema sanitario mejorado, los antibióticos, una mejor asistencia a los niños e infantes y el incremento en el suministro
Pilgrim
by Lee KravitzA former editor in chief of Parade magazine embarks on a spiritual quest that goes to the heart of what really matters in life Lee Kravitz is adrift--shaken deeply after 9/11 and the loss of his job, he begins to feel the pull toward rediscovering his spirituality. He faces resistance from his wife, who doesn't understand why their family life can't provide what he needs, but when he suffers what he thinks is a heart attack and calls out for God, Lee realizes he must take action. His journey takes him to many places--Quaker meetings, Catholic mass, and even sessions with an astrologer--and blends memoir, religion, and science, culminating in a narrative that speaks to the universal need to feel connected to the world around us. In documenting his quest to pursue a contemplative life in the chaos of everyday existence and fit his religion-shaped needs into a secular mold, Lee offers a blueprint for anyone who might find himself lost at one point or another. With forays into meditation, Quakerism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Protestantism, Judaism, and more, Pilgrim is an engrossing, thoughtful, and stirring guide for readers of Kathleen Norris and Anne Lamott.
Pilgrimage through Loss: Twelve Pathways to Strength and Renewal after the Death of a Child
by Linda Lawrence HuntThe death of a child immerses parents into a life-long challenge of living with one of life's most heartbreaking losses. Pilgrimage through Loss tells the story of one family's journey, along with interviews from thirty other mothers and fathers who add their voices to the silences that often surround suffering in our 'mourning-avoidant' culture. Hunt illuminates the varied pathways parents eventually discover that open their lives to strength and healing. Rather than prescribing a path that will lead to recovery, Hunt encourages parents to find the pathways that work for them as they seek to engage life again with meaning and hope. Each chapter includes questions for reflection and discussion, plus recent research on grief and loss. Pilgrimage through Loss not only helps grieving parents, it also provides an insightful resource for those wanting to understand and come alongside a family in grief.
Pilgrimage to Iona
by Claire Nahmad Lionel FanthorpeA celebration of the beauty and mystery of Iona - a hallowed place of pilgrimage and spiritual self-discovery. With a history swathed in spirituality and mystery, the Scottish isle of Iona has always been revered as a holy place, the centre of Scottish Christianity. Legends abound of Jesus and Mary Magdalene alighting and living here before the Crucifixion, and Christ is believed to have visited the island with his mother. Celebrating sacred Iona as a place of pilgrimage, Claire Nahmad explores the fascinating ancient link between Iona and Rosslyn Chapel, the extraordinary unfinished building near Edinburgh, another prominent destination for those interested in biblical, masonic and pagan history. Nahmad takes you on a journey of revelation, unlocking the golden secret of the island and unveiling the undisclosed legacy of the Knights Templar.
The Pill Book (14th Edition)
by Harold M. SilvermanTHE CONSUMER'S GUIDE TO PILLS--COMPLETELY REVISED 14th EDITION FOR 2010 WITH MORE THAN 20 IMPORTANT NEW DRUGS AND DOZENS OF NEW BRAND NAMES For more than three decades, millions of consumers have trusted The Pill Book to provide official, FDA-approved information on more than 1,800 of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the United States with guidelines from leading pharmacists. Each drug is profiled in a concise, readable, easy-to-understand entry, making The Pill Book the perfect reference when you have questions about the medications your doctor prescribes. Inside you'll discover * generic and brand-name listings that can help you save money* What each drug is for, and how it works* usual dosages, and what to do if a dose is skipped* side effects and possible adverse reactions, highlighted for quick reference* interactions with other drugs and food* overdose and addiction potential* alcohol-free and sugar-free medications* the most popular self-injected medications and their safe handling* information for seniors, pregnant and breast-feeding women, children, and others with special needs* cautions and warnings, and when to call your doctor* 32 pages of actual-size color photographs of prescription pills* No home should be without this book!*Not all ereading devices will show the images in color and at the exact size.
The Pill Book Guide to Natural Medicines
by Michael MurrayIF YOU TAKE NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS, HERBS, VITAMINS, AND OTHER NATURAL PRODUCTS, YOU NEED THIS BOOK!Compiled by one of America's leading authorities on natural medicine, The Pill Book Guide to Natural Medicines answers vital questions about the effectiveness and safety of more than 250 of today's most popular natural remedies. Dr. Murray's unique A-to-F rating system tells you at a glance whether the product has been scientifically proven to work and if there are risks in taking it. Written in clear, accessible language, here is important information on:* What the product is for, and how it works* Safety and effectiveness rating * Possible side effects* Drug and food interactions* Usual dosage* Cautions and warnings* Special concerns for seniors, children, and pregnant womenUp-to-date and authoritative, The Pill Book Guide to Natural Medicines also contains Dr. Murray's recommendations for the prevention and treatment of over 70 common conditions, from acne and atherosclerosis to ulcers and varicose veins. Remember, just because a product is "natural" does not mean it is safe. This important reference can help you make wise choices-or even save your health.From the Paperback edition.
A Pill for Promiscuity: Gay Sex in an Age of Pharmaceuticals (Q+ Public)
by Andrew R. Spieldenner Jeffrey Escoffier Andrew Holleran Steve MacIsaac Daniel Felsenthal Kane Race Nicolas Flores Alex Garner Deion Hawkins Pam Dore Addison Vawters Lore Tta LeMaster Ariel Sabillon Justice Jamal Jones Jeff WeinsteinFor a generation of gay men who came of age in the 1980s and 1990s, becoming sexually active meant confronting the dangers of catching and transmitting HIV. In the 21st century, however, the development of viral suppression treatments and preventative pills such as PrEP and nPEP has massively reduced the risk of acquiring HIV. Yet some of the stigma around gay male promiscuity and bareback sex has remained, inhibiting open dialogues about sexual desire, risk, and pleasure. A Pill for Promiscuity brings together academics, artists, and activists—from different generations, countries, ethnic backgrounds, and HIV statuses—to reflect on how gay sex has changed in a post-PrEP era. Some offer personal perspectives on the value of promiscuity and the sexual communities it fosters, while others critique unequal access to PrEP and the increased role Big Pharma now plays in gay life. With a diverse group of contributors that includes novelist Andrew Holleran, trans scholar Lore/tta LeMaster, cartoonist Steve MacIsaac, and pornographic film director Mister Pam, this book asks provocative questions about how we might reimagine queer sex and sexuality in the 21st century.
The Pillars of Health: Your Foundations For Lifelong Wellness
by John PierreHave you been on every diet imaginable, yet still feel unhealthy and low on energy? Do you go to the gym religiously—for a couple of weeks at a time? Do you find yourself trying desperately to focus but unable to keep up with everything going on in your hectic life? Are you frustrated by a world that seems full of inconsiderate, unpleasant people?The Pillars of Health will help you build a strong foundation that supports you in every one of these areas. Health expert John Pierre has spent decades working with clients, including seniors, on building better nutrition, fitness, mental acuity, and compassion. Each one of these components, or "pillars," is necessary for constructing a happy life overflowing with well-being—and best of all, it can be fun!In this book, you’ll discover how to feel your best and have a good time doing it. Being fit and staying sharp doesn’t have to be a struggle, and the tools John Pierre provides are simple and enjoyable to incorporate in your everyday routine. You’ll discover the "why" behind each principle he presents and learn a variety of techniques that will help you build a strong, joyous life you love!
“Pillole” per Scrittori depressi: consigli pratici
by Giselle RenardeQuando soffri di depressione potresti non sapere a chi rivolgerti. Ci sono giorni in cui oscura le parole, e non riesci più a scrivere. Le persone intorno a te continuano a ripeterti che ti sono vicine. Allora perché ti senti così solo? Giselle Renarde è una scrittrice affetta da depressione cronica, e ha scritto questo manualetto rivolgendosi agli scrittori nella sua stessa situazione, nella speranza di poterli aiutare. “Pillole” per scrittori depressi: consigli pratici prevede: • attività specifiche per aiutarti nei giorni più difficili; • idee pratiche per spronarti a scrivere anche quando ti sembra impossibile formulare una parola in croce; • un testo scritto in toni personali, accessibili e confortevoli; “Pillole” per scrittori depressi: consigli pratici è stato scritto per te, con amore, cura e incoraggiamento.
Pilots (Jobs People Do)
by Mary MeinkingDo you see that? It's a plane! Find out about the people who fly them. Readers will learn what pilots do and how people get this exciting job.
A Pílula da Imortalidade - Já Disponível
by Richard Stooker Irina MaiaO que causa o nosso envelhecimento? Primeiro, isto parece uma pergunta parva. Envelhecer é um aspecto intrínseco da condição humana e tomamo-lo por garantido... simplesmente... acontece. Mas vivemos num mundo de causa e efeito. Se o envelhecimento é um efeito, qual é a causa? A forma mais comum de pensarmos nisto é da perspectiva de que os nossos corpos são físicos e eventualmente gastam-se, tal como os nossos carros, as nossas casas e até os nossos computadores. Isto é conhecido como a teoria do envelhecimento pelo "desgaste". Mas os nossos corpos são diferentes desses objectos, porque estão vivos e, em condições óptimas de saúde, regeneram-se a si próprios, sempre que possível. Os cortes saram, os ossos voltam a crescer e por aí fora. De facto, cada dia milhões das nossas células morrem no decurso das suas funções. E são substituídas por novas células. Os nossos corpos conseguem por vezes até recuperar tecidos danificados, incluindo o próprio cérebro. No entanto, em certo ponto, os nossos corpos perdem a capacidade regenerativa. cerca dos 40 anos, deixamos de conseguir reparar células e processar toda a proteína das nossas células mortas. O medo da morte e o desejo de viver (jovens) para sempre, tem obcecado a humanidade desde os primórdios da nossa espécie. De uma forma ou doutra, temos procurado pela Fonte da Juventude, para nos tornarmos imortais eternamente jovens. Nos últimos cem a cento e cinquenta anos, a esperança de vida média das pessoas aumentou consideravelmente. O crédito vai principalmente para um melhor saneamento, antibióticos, melhores cuidados natais e infantis e um aumento do fornecimento alimentar. Removemos ou reduzimos dramaticamente as causas de morte infantil e adulta. Vivemos mais tempo porque mais de nós estão a chegar a uma idade avançada. No entanto chegados lá, as principais causas de mor
Pin It!: 20 Fabulous Bobby Pin Hairstyles
by Annamarie Tendler Justin OuelletteBrightly colored pins styled into fun patterns and designs are the hottest new trend in hairstyling, and Pin It! gives short- and long-haired fashionistas the know-how to create 20 colorful bobby pin hairstyles for everything from an afternoon trip to the mall to an elegant party. Step-by-step photos make it easy for anyone to follow along, and the unique looks appeal to trendy teens and stylish young women as well as parents looking for a wholesome hair-styling book with fresh-faced appeal. With style tips to pull it all together and five DIY projects for personalizing bright and sparkly pins, this is the new must-have beauty book.
Pinch of Nom: 100 Home-Style Recipes for Health and Weight Loss (Pinch Of Nom Ser.)
by Kay Featherstone Kate AllinsonThe must-have cookbook from the UK's most popular food blog, Americanized for a US audience!For breakfast, lunch, dinner, and desserts, Kate Allinson and Kay Featherstone's pinchofnom.com has helped millions of people cook delicious food and lose weight. With over 100 incredible recipes, the Pinch of Nom cookbook can help beginner and experienced home-cooks alike enjoy exciting, flavorful, and satisfying meals. From Chicken Fajita Pie and Vegetable Tagine to Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries and Tiramisu, this food is so good you’ll never guess the calorie count.Each recipe is labeled with icons to guide you toward the ones to eat tonight—whether you’re looking for a vegetarian dish, hoping to create a takeout meal, want to feed a family of four or more, or have limited time to shop, prep, and cook.Pinch of Nom is the go-to home cookbook for mouthwatering meals that work for readers on diet plans like Weight Watchers, counting carbs and calories, or following any other goal-oriented eating program.
Pink and Blue: Gender, Culture, and the Health of Children (Critical Issues in Health and Medicine)
by Elena Conis, Sandra Eder, and Aimee MedeirosIn modern pediatric practice, gender matters. This volume seeks to understand the dialectical relationship between gender and the medical care of children by combining a historical perspective on gender and pediatrics with analyses of current debates and controversies in pediatric practice such as pediatric transgender medicine, HPV, neonatal intensive care, and more.
Pink For A Girl: What Happens When Getting Pregnant Doesn't
by Isla McGuckinThis emotionally honest account of one woman's experience of unexplained infertility will strike an emotional cord with the one in six couples that experience fertility problems. The book will help to promote discussion between partners who are finding it difficult to name their feelings surrounding their own infertility. It will also prove invaluable for the friends, family, doctors and therapists of those couples; people who may have no idea of the depth and complexity of emotions surrounding the issue. Pink for a Girl is sometimes funny, sometimes sad, always real.
The Pink Ribbon Diet: A Revolutionary New Weight Loss Plan to Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk
by Rd Nancy Verde Barr Mary FlynnA groundbreaking new diet for the overweight breast cancer patient or anyone at risk for the disease, featuring 150 high-nutrient recipes
Pinkalicious and the Sick Day (I Can Read Level 1)
by Victoria KannReaders can watch Pinkalicious and Peterrific on the funtastic PBS Kids TV series Pinkalicious & Peterrific!#1 New York Times bestselling author Victoria Kann is back with a new I Can Read story featuring Pinkalicious!Pinkalicious gets to be Principal for a Day because she has perfect attendance! Pinkalicious can't wait to be in charge, but when she wakes up sick on the big day, will her dreams of being Principal Pinkalicious be—ACHOO!—blown away? Beginning readers will love seeing how Pinkalicious turns a sick day into a special day in this I Can Read adventure!This is a Level One I Can Read book that is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Pioneering Health in London, 1935-2000: The Peckham Experiment (Routledge Studies in the History of Science, Technology and Medicine)
by David KuchenbuchThe Peckham Experiment, conducted between 1935 and 1950 in the London Pioneer Health Centre, was one of the most talked-about social experiments of the 20th century. Families from the South London neighbourhood of Peckham were invited to use the facilities of a radiantly modern building. They were encouraged to freely choose and organize their leisure activities, taking advantage of a swimming pool, a gymnasium, and a self-service cafeteria. In doing so, both their health status and interaction with other members of the nascent centre-community were closely observed by a team of physicians. The first research monograph on the history of the experiment building on archival sources, this book combines a micro-historical perspective with methods from the history of science. It shows how bio-medical holism and evolutionary theories typical of the interwar years informed research on social life in the centre. But it also reveals that the "guinea pigs", too, were trying to make sense of the research they were taking part in. The outcome was an ambiguous social laboratory that generated new insights into the power of social groups to self-organize, which were soon discussed all over the world – and continue to haunt British political debates today.